Washers and dryers are usually bought as a pair and often wear out on a similar schedule, so it helps to call a company that works on both. Below are independent repair companies within reach of Seaside that handle laundry machines, sorted by match and distance.
Washer & Dryer Repair Near Seaside
17 repair companies serve Seaside from within 60 miles. Other nearby bases include Hillsboro (5), Longview (4), and Ridgefield (4). The farthest listed company is about 60 miles out. Of those, 2 mention washer or dryer work by name. Brian's Appliance Repair is the nearest, roughly 6.4 miles from Seaside. Across 12 rated companies, the average public rating is 4.5 stars. Because the nearest shops are farther out, ask each company whether Seaside is inside its regular service area.
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| Companies within 60 miles | 17 |
|---|---|
| Open on Saturdays (per listing) | 12 |
| Mention washer work | 2 |
| Three nearest companies, miles away | 6.4, 29.6, 44.6 |
| Listed as washer & dryer repair | 1 |
| Mention a major washer brand | 0 |
| With 4.5+ stars and at least 10 reviews | 1 |
First up for Seaside: Brian's Appliance Repair (6.4 miles away, based in Warrenton, 2.7 stars from 20 reviews); EasyFix - Appliance Repair Service (58.5 miles away, based in Ridgefield, 4.8 stars from 311 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Pacific Shores Maintenance and Appliance Repair (29.6 miles away, based in Garibaldi, 3.7 stars from 3 reviews, lists Saturday hours); Longview Appliance Repair Service (47.6 miles away, based in Longview, 5.0 stars from 2 reviews, lists Saturday hours).
When the Washer Is the Problem
- An error code on the display
- Washer will not start or the lid or door stays locked
- Grinding or roaring noise that rises with spin speed
When the Dryer Is the Problem
- Thumping, squealing or scraping while tumbling
- Drum will not turn or the dryer will not start
- Dryer shuts off early or gets very hot on the outside
What a Technician Checks on the Washer
The Dryer Side of the Call
Keep the Dryer Vent Clear
Never run a dryer without its lint filter, and clean the filter before or after every load; also clear lint that collects behind the dryer. Source: U.S. Fire Administration (FEMA) - Clothes Dryer Fire Safety
The outside termination should have a backdraft damper and no screen (screens trap lint), and the flap must open when the dryer runs and be kept clear of snow. Source: U.S. DOE Building America Solution Center (PNNL) - Proper Clothes Dryer Venting
Washer troubleshooting: washer not spinning or front-load vs top-load washer problems.
What Washer and Dryer Repairs Cost
Price the repair before replacing either machine in Seaside. Published ranges for common washer and dryer jobs:
- Shock absorber replacement: $150–$300 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Water inlet valve replacement: $95–$190 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
- Drum roller replacement: $100–$150 Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a dryer?
- Control board (part only): $90–$280 Source: Angi - How Much Does Dryer Repair Cost?
- After-hours / emergency visit surcharge: $100–$200 per visit Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
50% rule: if the repair would cost more than half the price of a comparable new washer, replacing it is usually the better buy. Source: Fixr - How much does it cost to repair a washing machine?
Ranges are published estimates, not quotes. See the washing machine repair cost guide and whether to repair or replace a washer.
Around Seaside
Most washer calls in Seaside come down to the same handful of parts: the drain pump and filter, the lid switch or door lock, the drive belt or coupler, the inlet valve and the suspension.
Oregon has no license issued specifically for appliance repair that we could confirm, but anyone installing or servicing liquefied petroleum (LP) gas appliances needs an LP gas fitter license from the Oregon State Fire Marshal. Source: Liquefied Petroleum Gas licensing (Oregon State Fire Marshal)
In Oregon, you can check a license with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board Contractor/License Search or report a problem to the Oregon Department of Justice, Consumer Protection.
Questions to Ask a Seaside Washer Technician
- Do you work on front-load and top-load washers, or only one type?
- What is the service call or diagnostic fee, and is it applied to the repair?
- If the washer is leaking, will you find where the water starts before quoting a part?
Washer & Dryer Repair FAQs: Seaside, OR
Why does my front-load washer smell?
Is a stacked washer and dryer harder to repair?
Should I replace my washer and dryer together?
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If the dryer is slow, clean the lint screen and check that the vent hood outside opens when the dryer runs. If the washer will not drain, clean its pump filter. Then call with the model numbers ready.